If we do what is necessary, follow our intuitive hints, past lessons, and that which excites us, we will find a way. We must stick with it, for sure, but without this attempt, we will never know what actually works.
The temperature of of hearts depends on the events in our lives. We hold the key to the most imminent recent event. It is within our free will and how we choose to engage our consciousness. Without accessing this aspect of our reality, we are lost in the stormy seas of remainders. Much of what we witness in the outer is a remainder of an inner expression. The outer world is inherently incomplete. The only exception is within its connection to God. There are no answers outside of us which aren’t also inside of us. When we see inspiration in the outer world, we are being reminded of our direct line to God.
God as a Concept
For many of us, connection with God is a concept. Atheism seems to be a reactive mindset. Debates over the existence of a God or some higher power are often inspired by and related to religion. The God concept within modern religions is a bastardization of the father, owner, dominator, suppressor, teacher, guru, manipulator archetype. The intimidating presence that looms above us, seeking to influence our actions yet somehow detached from outcomes. The stories that speak of this ‘God’ are just that, stories. There are pieces of wisdom buried and coded into ‘holy’ books (I put holy in quotes, I do not believe what is holy to some should be revered by other). In my experience, the same wisdom can be found by slowing down, looking inward, or sharing vulnerability in a group of safe, kind, and open people. The irony here is that, I just described set and setting wherein I can see the wisdom inside of me.
The energy field that generates the possibility of existence is interwoven into us.
Pontatoc Canyon. One of many notable and rugged canyons in the Santa Catalina Range in Tucson, AZ.
The Universal Fabric
I claim no stake in these antiquated definitions of God. I sincerely believe and have been touched by this power since the day I came to Earth. I haven’t really ‘gotten to know God’. I just kind of noticed, as I have gone through intense inner turmoil, that there is something to which I am connected, and it delivers me energy in the form I choose when I choose it. When you are woven into the fabric of something, it just takes some time to realize that YOU ARE IT. So I guess I haven’t fully realized it yet, but I am getting closer.
The universal fabric is woven in ways that I only see via inner vision. Synchronicity is not that surprising, when you witness the sacred geometric patterns constantly unfolding in the ether. As we attract what we need and others do the same, the delivery is made in perfect timing. Imagine a highway system so advanced and multifaceted that traffic became an impossibility. Despite the heaviest usage, the flow of energy through the cosmic freeways continues to move on and on and on.
Energy lines are independent and insulated. They may cross billions of other energy pathways without interfering with them. The work of Alex Grey may be the closest physical representation to this universal fabric. For copyright reasons, I will not be sharing any of his artwork, but please check it out…
I had the pleasure of meeting Alex and Alyson at their COSM full moon event in 2013. What a wild place, I may have been one of the only people not under the influence of an exogenous psychedelic (as I prefer to do my solitarily within my home or in nature). The work really stuck out to me and I could definitely feel it. I love the way that Alex’ work gives others the blueprint to check in and see if they feel it to.
Never look down on your artistic creations, of course there are people who are incredibly talented, but that is a side note. Creating is for the creator and the observer. After creation, we get to be the first observer. Maybe God is telling you to make something so that you can witness it and learn from it.
You and I are connected to one another, through you finding this article and it finding you. The memories engendered through my metaphors and words are also connected to both of us, somehow.
Selective Visions and Choosing our Path
When we are interconnected, we cannot always have full awareness of this. Instead, we are selective. To be aware of all energies at once would not facilitate a very functional life. I have a wonderful teacher who has the ability to see through his heart. I have learned powerful lessons from him on protecting my energy. Not through defensiveness, but through the ability to discern and choose what is next, the ability to be selective.
When we choose our next steps, we leaves little to no room to be knocked off course. We may dizzy ourselves at times and thats understandable. This is akin to us feeling the weight we are dropping as we evolve. Things get tiring, we are working on ourselves here on Earth, don’t forget to BE AN EARTHLING and just live.
The necessities of life are to gather food, water, shelter. To explore, dance, love, and interact with others. The entire natural world is just waiting for you to be with it.
The Crack at Beaver Creek. A remarkable swimming hole just outside of Sedona, AZ. A great place to connect to the Earth.
We can always make decisions that do not end up aligning. These seeming mistakes have a deeper lesson that will help us as we move forward. With all of the things we don’t see, faith is essential in the process. We have no idea how many delays are necessary to ensure that we meet the right person at the right time. Imagine how many flat tires or lost keys have helped people align with their destiny. A funny statement, right? But how many times have things happened in your life that have seemed like inconvenience, yet here you are, right where you needed to be.
Faith is a bridge to a better life. A bridge that appears only when we take the steps forward.
Whose Simulating this Stimulating Simulation
I often hear people referring to this life on Earth as a simulation. I get it. There are so many variables which we don’t have the ability to see. Regardless of what we do, these variables and their interplay inspire, move, and restrict us. Many things are possible throughout our life, but certain things are not. Free will is the freedom to enjoy within the subset of earthly and cosmic rules.
The wizard is beyond the veil, and we cannot affect their musings. We can observe and learn but to some degree, it is best to surrender and work with what we can. Knowing what NOT TO think, do, say, fight is just as important as knowing where to invest.
Karmic Deliveries
Karmic energies seek to bring balance back to our soul’s bank account. Never a punishment, always necessary, the karmic workings are to set everything back to zero point. This is why it is best to take one’s time when things get intense. When the inevitable karmic swings come our way, we must receive the higher lesson in the energy swing. Absorb the gift. When we push back in attack, we are asking for that swing to come back even harder the next time.
Karmic balances travel swiftly through the universal super highway. When a delivery is made, it seemingly comes without notice. The package is bundled and fits into your life perfectly, but may displace us from our desired path. Take on these wondrous opportunities with excitement. Know that the UDS (Universal Delivery System) has a flawless record.
This is one facet of God, in my opinion. How the universe works. How does energy find us again? From other lifetimes, from early in this life… these workings are beyond comprehension yet influence my every moment.
I didn’t want another cat. When Shiva showed at my doorstep I invited her in. Through many twists of fate she’s now my best friend.
Perhaps the amount of control needed to get things right is what elucidates our relationship to God as a ‘Mystery’. If we knew each other too well, we’d probably skip the difficult stuff.
A Note to my Reader
What you are, without all the pretense, is what will rise to the surface. Mars Rx dances the cusp of Leo and Cancer. This will, without a doubt, shake your confidence and bring life to long buried emotions. As Mars doesn’t do this too often, the effects are profound. Parts of ourselves are hidden for a reason. This is a way of surviving and providing a safe space for ourselves.
What we are avoiding, however, has reached it’s due date. So we are being born into a new way of being through the death of the old patterns. I would urge you not to fight your emotions. Instead, foster safe places to feel them. Take responsibility for your energy in your interactions and relationships. While we may FEEL more with this route, that is simply us increasing our personal power.
If we cannot be strong, we cannot support others. This simple wisdom is enough to understand how things often fall apart. Can you be there for you? When it’s hard to be present? When we just want to blame someone else? Can we grasp the new budding perspectives and lean into them?
Discomfort is an essential part of growth, don’t let that deter you. Just like building any muscle or carving a new path, it requires work, you got this!
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